I had no jet lag until today, and then, hoo boy! I hit the wall. Slow start today, but finally got it together long enough to get to Ellen's dance practice. Wasn't sure what to expect, but I was so impressed. The choreography was really ambitious hip hop. The teacher was delightful. She has a great philosophy, paying attention to each child, regardless of body shape or skill level. Her winning attitude is growing the school. The facility was beautiful, situated out in the country.
We drove through shadowy farmland, dotted by bright farmhouses strung with lights and hung with evergreen. The festive decorations make more sense here. The contrast to the dark sky and cold weather makes them stand out. It made me appreciate them more than I do in my sunny, warm, evergreen home state of MS.
I met the funniest mom at the studio. She was a regular comedian, an American living in Germany for about 20 years, the mother of 4, married to a German. She said out loud many of the things I had been thinking. She made me laugh. What a gift she has!
We made it to the grocery store after watching Ellen dance. I am getting used to seeing all the vegetables and foods that I had never seen before. I guess I didn't notice them my last trip, but I will miss seeing them when I shop in the US again.
Tomorrow, Dan will drive me into the city to get some cookies at a special bakery - at the request of Pauline - a million thank you's for the suggestion! Can't wait for my birthday breakfast tomorrow. Ellen just finished making my cake - she finally settled on double chocolate with chocolate chunks and chocolate drizzle. Sounds delicious. We listened to some of my mixes on iTunes and laughed and talked about life. Yay! Finally I get some quality time with her. Got to grab it when you can get it. Know what I mean?
Tuesday, December 20, 2005
Monday, December 19, 2005
CONVERSATIONS
After breakfast, my sister-in-law and I had the best conversation! It was so great to sit down and talk. Beat the mess out of any sightseeing we've done so far. You just can't top quality time with family. Ellen had her big presentation today: a long speech on Somalia, complete with slides, food, and artifacts. She's been practicing for a long time. So when she came in afterschool, we were dying to know the report. A+...Way to go, Ellen!
David went over to a friends house to play, and Ellen and Annette went to an orthodontist appointment, leaving Dan and me free to take a short trip to Luneburg. Their Chrismtas Market was much smaller than yesterday's, but the city is so old-fashioned, and it is a short drive. I enjoyed listening to Dan in the car and while he gave me a tour of the city. He sure knows a lot about German history and geography! On the way back, we picked up David. When we arrived home, Ellen told us that her principal had called to congratulate her on doing such a good job on her speech. Good news gets around fast!
David went over to a friends house to play, and Ellen and Annette went to an orthodontist appointment, leaving Dan and me free to take a short trip to Luneburg. Their Chrismtas Market was much smaller than yesterday's, but the city is so old-fashioned, and it is a short drive. I enjoyed listening to Dan in the car and while he gave me a tour of the city. He sure knows a lot about German history and geography! On the way back, we picked up David. When we arrived home, Ellen told us that her principal had called to congratulate her on doing such a good job on her speech. Good news gets around fast!
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